Jefferson Whittier School serves 600 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 11% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 92% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)11%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)35%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
72%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% MI state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Whittier School?
600 students attend Jefferson Whittier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jefferson Whittier School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Whittier School?
Jefferson Whittier School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Whittier School offer ?
Jefferson Whittier School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jefferson Whittier School part of?
Jefferson Whittier School is part of Pontiac City School District.
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